I’m sure I’m not the only person to know that kitchen knives are some of the most important utensils in my kitchen.
But trying to prepare foods with blunt knives makes your job in the kitchen so much harder and less enjoyable!
However, it’s not always convenient to get knives sharpened professionally, never mind the costs associated.
Now, let’s get something straight. Knives will always dull – that’s a fact. Never believe anyone who tells you they’ve found a blade that will never become blunt. It’s practically impossible!
Knife blades are made... Read more +
My 11 year old hates broccoli with a passion. Until I made her this. This is how you get broccoli haters to eat broccoli! Read more +
Everyone assumes salads are healthy. Truth is, once you’ve added creamy dressings, croutons, bacons bits etc……it’s no longer healthy!
Now, as a mother to a ‘getting old far too fast’ 11 year old daughter, I’m mindful of overdoing the ‘health’ angle. I want her to be comfortable in her own skin, and I’m a big believer in a little of what you fancy.
At the same time, though, I do want her to think about her health, without thinking ‘diet!’
I’ve found some great salad ideas online which, although very healthy, are yummy enough for you to... Read more +
I love the idea of using my BBQ grill to make a salad, and using it to add smokiness to lettuce and avocado is a great ‘gourmet’ trick! Read more +
Who doesn’t love fresh herbs? The dried stuff is just nowhere near as good. Why? It’s the oils in fresh herbs that give them a distinctive smell and flavor.
With delicate aromas, such as parsley, I sometimes wonder whether to even bother with the dried stuff – you can barely tell it’s even in a dish!
Use fresh parsley, and you immediately notice that it’s there. However, if you’re like me, and not exactly a pro in the kitchen, mincing herbs to add to a dish or salad is time consuming and a bit of... Read more +
